Sarah'S Mandarin Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 Tbsp. sugar, divided
1/2 c. slivered almonds
1/4 c. vegetable oil
2 Tbsp. vinegar
1 Tbsp. minced fresh parsley or 1 tsp. dried
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/8 tsp. hot pepper sauce
1 bunch leaf lettuce, torn
1 can (11 oz.) mandarin oranges, drained
1 small red onion, sliced

Preparation

In a small skillet melt 3 tablespoons sugar over low heat. Add almonds; stir until coated.
Cool, break into small pieces and set side.
In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine next six ingredients and remaining sugar; shake well.
Just before serving, combine lettuce, oranges, onions and almonds in a large salad bowl.
Shake dressing; pour over salad and toss.
Yield:
4 to 6 servings.